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Pilsudski: A Biography

Pilsudski: A Biography

Pilsudska, Alexandra

Hardcover

Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesEastern European History

ISBN10: 1258902885
ISBN13: 9781258902889
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Oct 27 2013
Pages: 354
Weight: 1.41
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Pilsudski: A Biography is a comprehensive account of the life and legacy of J������zef Pilsudski, a prominent Polish statesman and military leader who played a pivotal role in the country's struggle for independence in the early 20th century. Written by Pilsudski's daughter, Alexandra Pilsudska, the book offers an intimate portrait of the man behind the myth, revealing his personal struggles, political vision, and military tactics.The biography traces Pilsudski's life from his childhood in Lithuania to his rise as a revolutionary leader and eventual head of state. It explores his early involvement in socialist and nationalist movements, his imprisonment in Siberia, and his return to Poland to lead the fight against Russian and German occupation.The book also delves into Pilsudski's complex relationships with other political figures, including his rival Roman Dmowski and his prot�����g����� Ignacy Paderewski. It examines his controversial policies towards minorities, such as Jews and Ukrainians, and his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Polish state.Throughout the biography, Pilsudska draws on a wealth of primary sources, including her father's personal letters and diaries, to provide a nuanced and insightful portrait of one of Poland's most influential and enigmatic figures. The result is a compelling and authoritative account of a man whose legacy continues to shape Polish politics and identity to this day.This is a new release of the original 1941 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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